Plant Manager - Lean Operations & Continuous Improvement

DuraTech Industries; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DuraTech Industries in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a growing global printing manufacturer of labels, overlays and metal nameplates for OEMs in automotive, computer, electronics, industrial and medical markets.

We are seeking a Plant Manager to drive continuous improvement, lead Lean manufacturing, develop leaders, manage safety and quality, coordinate with maintenance and scheduling, and ensure on-time, defect-free production that surpasses customer expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in business admin, engineering, materials science, logistics or chemistry preferred.
• Five years in manufacturing and supervision required.
• Two years in continuous improvement/lean manufacturing principles required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Area Team Leaders and Supervisors.
• Set department goals and prepare reports for Senior Leadership.
• Ensure safety, quality and production performance through Lean practices.
• Drive process improvements and Kaizen events with QA.
• Coordinate production plans and schedules with maintenance and scheduler.
• Communicate with Customer Service about order status and delays.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing supervision

Lean manufacturing

Quality systems

Communication skills

Team development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Further education in business administration or engineering

Job description

DuraTech Industries in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a growing global printing manufacturer of labels, overlays and metal nameplates for OEMs in automotive, computer, electronics, industrial and medical markets.

We are seeking a Plant Manager to drive continuous improvement, lead Lean manufacturing, develop leaders, manage safety and quality, coordinate with maintenance and scheduling, and ensure on-time, defect-free production that surpasses customer expectations.